Palora - Parseoni, Nagpur
Palora is a village situated in the Parseoni tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parseoni and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Palora village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palora is 535405. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.67 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Palora
According to the 2011 Census, Palora village had a total population of 1,837 people, including 941 males and 896 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.30%, with male literacy at 83.27% and female literacy at 73.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,837 | 941 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 122 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 682 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 259 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Palora
Palora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipla | South | 2.16 km |
| Parsodi (peth) | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Nayakund | East | 2.85 km |
| Parsioni | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Mehandi | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Gawana | South | 3.67 km |
| Kalapatha | North | 3.77 km |
| Dundakhairi(rithi) | North | 3.85 km |
| Digalwadi | West | 4.01 km |
| Chichbhuwan | North-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palora
Palora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khapri Kheda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramtek to Palora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Palora is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palora
Where is Palora located?
Palora village is located in Parseoni Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palora?
Palora is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palora?
The pincode of Palora is 441401.
What is the population of Palora?
Palora had a total population of 1,837, including 941 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Palora?
Palora had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palora was 78.30%. Male literacy was 83.27% and female literacy was 73.27%.